Fatal Pedestrian Incident Under Investigation In Newark

NEWARK, NJ — A “fatal pedestrian incident” took place in Newark last weekend, authorities announced Tuesday.

Rajon Collins, 42, was struck in the area of Springfield Avenue and South 18th Street at 9:17 p.m. on Sunday, according to a joint statement from the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office and the Newark Department of Public Safety.

Collins was transported to University Hospital, where he was pronounced dead at 9:50 p.m.

The Essex County Prosecutor’s Office Homicide/Major Crimes Task Force and the Newark Police Department are investigating the fatality. Anyone with information can contact the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office tips line at 1-877-TIPS-4EC or 1-877-847-7432.

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